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Each week Science Friday, hosted by Ira Flatow, focuses on science topics that are in the news and brings an educated, balanced discussion to bear on the scientific issues at hand.

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Health & Science

A closeup of Vice President Kamala Harris
Health

Harris positive for COVID-19, Biden not ‘close contact’

The White House said Tuesday that Harris tested positive on both rapid and a PCR tests, and said she “has exhibited no symptoms.”

4 years ago

A lab technician at a Pfizer factory inspects Paxlovid tablets
NPR
Health

Biden will make Paxlovid, a highly effective COVID drug, available to more pharmacies

The antiviral pill is available to patients older than 12 who have tested positive for COVID and are at risk for developing a severe case of the disease.

4 years ago

The exterior of Delaware County Memorial Hospital
Health

Delco lawmakers call Crozer Health saga ‘disappointing,’ ‘corrosive’

Crozer Health, the four-hospital system in Delaware County, has been shrouded in controversy over the past two weeks — and local legislators are not happy.

4 years ago

A car is flipped over after a tornado tore through the area in Arabi, La., Tuesday, March 22, 2022. A tornado tore through parts of New Orleans and its suburbs Tuesday night, ripping down power lines and scattering debris in a part of the city that had been heavily damaged by Hurricane Katrina 17 years ago. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)
Science

Weary of many disasters? U.N. says worse to come

A disaster-weary globe will be hit harder in the coming years by even more catastrophes colliding in an interconnected world, a United Nations report issued Monday says.

4 years ago

Upclose photo of a chicken walking along.
Science

Bird flu drives free-range hens indoors to protect poultry

Some farmers are wondering if it's OK that eggs sold as free-range come from chickens being kept inside.

4 years ago

People are gathered around a table with art supplies.
Health

ARTZ event to recognize the impact of COVID on caregivers with loved ones with dementia

ARTZ is a nonprofit providing support for caregivers with loved ones dealing with dementia. COVID has amplified the need to offer support.

4 years ago

Listen 5:59
Travelers wearing face masks at PHL Airport
Health

Philly ends mask mandate, days after reinstating it

The abrupt reversal comes days after people in the city had to start wearing masks again amid a sharp increase in infections.

4 years ago

Travelers sit in a waiting area at Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport
NPR
Health

Here’s why you might still want to wear masks on public transport

You don't have to wear a mask on airplanes, buses and ride shares anymore, but you still might want to depending on the circumstances. Here's what experts say about the risks.

4 years ago

A barricade blocks access to a road flooded by recent rain in Branchburg, N.J., Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2021
Science

Rising sea levels and extreme rainfall: Annual report tells New Jersey planners to brace for climate change impacts

New Jersey is warming at twice the rate of the rest of the continental U.S. A new report is aimed at helping local planners adapt.

4 years ago

An illustration of mushrooms
The Pulse
Health

The Hidden Powers of Fungi

When you hear the word fungi, chances are mushrooms come to mind: button mushrooms, maybe portobellos, or chanterelles. But so much of th ...

Air Date: April 22, 2022

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Dr. Donnita Scott says the Test to Treat program is a no-brainer for people with peole starting to experience COVID-19 symptoms. (Cris Barrish/WHYY)
Health

COVID testing and treatment ‘right on the spot at no extra charge’ at Delaware clinic

The Newark Urgent Care Center is the first facility in Delaware to participate in the federal ‘Test to Treat’ initiative.

4 years ago

Washington’s landlord-tenant law shrugs at tenants and winks at landlords, especially when it comes to mold. Not so in New York and California. (AndreyPopov)
The Pulse
Health
Commentary

In rainy Washington state, weak laws squash tenants’ rights to mold remediation

Washington’s landlord-tenant law shrugs at tenants and winks at landlords, especially when it comes to mold. Not so in New York and California.

4 years ago

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(Pixelvario/BigStock)
The Pulse
Health

Could magic mushrooms cure COVID-related smell loss?

Users report that psilocybin restored their sense of smell. We ask scientists what could explain this seemingly healing effect.

4 years ago

Listen 15:37
People, some without masks, walk along Market Street
Health
6abc

Philadelphia will lift recently reinstated indoor mask mandate

Officials are strongly recommending masks still be worn indoors. Further details will be announced Friday morning.

4 years ago

The Philadelphia skyline. (Mark Henninger / Imagic Digital)
PlanPhilly
Health

Philly area finally off the ‘worst 25’ list for ozone pollution, but still gets failing grade

The American Lung Association says while ozone levels are improving, levels of particulate pollution are less promising.

4 years ago

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